RBC | Colorado Parks and Wildlife Water Resource Specialist David Graf shared a virtual presentation last Wednesday with White River Alliance members about the potential to expand Lake Avery by approximately 2500-5000 acre feet. He outlined several stages required for implementing such an expansion including a feasibility study, navigating various[Read More…]
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College now enrolling students in new cybersecurity program
RBC | Cybersecurity has joined the list of academic programs available to students who choose Colorado Northwestern Community College in fall 2021 after passing two major milestones — hiring a program director and receiving program approval by the Higher Learning Commission. “Our newest program in cybersecurity will offer students the[Read More…]
Fire preparedness: are you ready?
Advance Preparation Checklist ❏ Prepare an emergency plan using the five P’s–people, pets, prescriptions, papers and priceless items should all be accounted for.❏ Assemble an emergency kit (https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/survival-kit-supplies.html)❏ Clear away all flammable vegetation from within 30 feet or more of your home. Also, clear 10 feet from propane tanks.❏ Cut[Read More…]
COUNTY BEAT: May 18, 2021
RBC | During a work session with the Rio Blanco County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, the Town of Rangely requested a waiver of landfill dump fees for its annual clean-up event this weekend. Western Slope Oil and Gas Association is doing a community-based cleanup day on Friday, as well. “Most[Read More…]
Aging Services Coalition focuses on meeting needs of older adults
RBC | According to the Colorado State Demography office, the population of adults aged 65 and older will nearly double between 2020 and 2050. In Northwest Colorado, adults over the age of 60 account for 24% of the population, and contribute significantly to our economy and community. The Aging Services[Read More…]
Moffat County draft horse show returns to Craig for 2021
CRAIG | Are you ready to hear the thunder of horses’ hooves? Did you miss seeing them at the stock show this year? Are you longing to see a horse event because you miss seeing the Great American Horse Drive go through Maybell? It is time again for the ninth[Read More…]
A brief review of the COVID vaccines
RBC | This article is directed toward readers who may have lingering concerns about vaccine safety, those who are confused by misinformation circulating on the web, and anyone interested in the basic biology of vaccination. This is, particularly, the remarkable story of the new mRNA vaccines. I can’t cover all[Read More…]
4-H SHOOT …
Mesa County 4-H shooting invitationals were held last weekend outside of Grand Junction. Two Rio Blanco county 4-H members represented Rio Blanco County at the shoot. Zackery Meyers competed in the shotgun competition. Steven Raley (pictured) placed first in the air rifle and third in the .22 hunt competitions. |[Read More…]
DAYS GONE BY: May 20, 2021
The Meeker Herald125 years ago The river went down rapidly during the past 10 days. School closed yesterday with very credible entertainment at courthouse hall. Ezra Flemming made it to town with about 400 head of cattle he purchased from the San Luis valley. The Meeker Herald100 years ago The[Read More…]
Wolf reintroduction educational session
RBC | The public is invited to attend CPW’s second online educational session related to wolf reintroduction efforts on Thursday, May 20 from 6-8 p.m. The purpose of the educational sessions is to provide a common understanding of what went into the considerations and the logistics for the reintroduction of[Read More…]
Exceptional drought conditions across W. Slope
RBC | April 2021 was “exceptionally dry” according to the latest statistics from the USDA’s National Resource Conservation Service. NRCS Hydrologist Joel Atwood noted “Many SNOTEL sites reported record low precipitation for April west of the Continental Divide. Snowpack has also declined in all basins except the South Platte, due[Read More…]
